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Apr 22, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (14) celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Dallas Stars at Grand Casino Arena.

Main Street Sports Now One Step Closer to Official Demise

The embattled regional sports network operator reaches another inflection point.
May 4, 2026
San Francisco, CA - February 5, 2016- The GeneralÕs Residence at Fort Mason: Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless on the remote set of First Take during coverage for Super Bowl 50.(Photo by Tony Avelar / ESPN Images)
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Skip Bayless to Appear on ESPN’s ‘First Take’ on Friday

Bayless previously hosted “First Take” from 2007 to 2016.
May 4, 2026

NBA Playoffs Get Strong Early Ratings

It’s unclear whether Luka Dončić will return in the second round.
May 3, 2026

Kentucky Derby Breaks Viewership Record with 19.6M

The Kentucky Derby is one of the most-watched U.S. sports events.
May 3, 2026